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Friday, July 15, 2011

Fruits and Vegetables in Season in July

The State of NJ website has a great section on what fruits and vegetables are in season including a search engine to locate your favorite Pick-Your-Own farms. Here are some tips for visiting a Pick-Your-Own Farm:

Do:1. Remember that when visiting the farm, you are a visitor. Please respect the property as it is usually both the family's home and business2. Read and obey all signs. Follow directions about where and what to pick3. Supervise children at all times4. Wear shoes, shirts and other proper clothing at all times5. Leave all pets at home6. Be sure to place all litter in the proper trash receptacles7. Keep head, arms, hands and legs inside when riding in farm wagons and remain seated until the wagon stops. 8. Enjoy yourself and have fun!

Do Not:1. Enter buildings that are not open to the public2. Throw or damage produce3. Climb on or touch farm tools and equipment. 4. Climb trees or step on fruits and vegetables in the field5. Frighten or hurt farm animalsHere is a list of the fruits and vegetables that are ready for the picking in July. So grab the family this weekend and support your local growers!